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  • Desert Destinations: Grand Canyon National Park

    When I first joined the Air Force, I knew I wanted to travel. Wherever my duties took me around the globe, was fine with me. I was craving adventure and new experiences. When I learned of my assignment to Luke Air Force Base, my mind instantly was drawn to one of the most iconic and precious

  • Dedicated crew chiefs: A step above the rest

    Crew chiefs have played an invaluable role in the advancement of aviation over the past 100 years. From the early days of Charles Edward Taylor, a vital contributor to the building and maintaining of the first aircraft engine, to the approximately 100,000 maintainers who ensure air superiority

  • Airmen and Marines compete in physical competition

    Luke Airmen and Marines go head to head during a combat fitness test challenge at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., Jan. 26, 2018. The CFT, a Marine Corps physical fitness requirement, started with an 880 yard sprint before moving on to several other combat-related tasks. The challenge between Airmen and

  • New medical professional team seeks to change fighter pilot healthcare

    A fighter pilot flies his F-16 towards a bombing target. As he nears it, he toggles the weapons release on his controls and drops his payload. The bomb descends, strikes and destroys its target. Moments later, the pilot pulls a sharp turn at high speed to quickly vacate the area before the enemy can

  • Luke F-35 seat modifications expand aviator pool

    Since October 2015, pilots weighing less than 136 pounds have been restricted from flying the F-35A Lightning II due to concerns of possible neck injuries that could result during ejection seat procedures. In May 2017, three modifications were implemented to the F-35A ejection system allowing Air

  • Parent Support Program builds resilient families

    Having children is a big change, especially if you’re not prepared. To better assist this transition, the 56th Medical Operations Squadron Family Advocacy team has created the Parent Support Program, a free service offered to Airmen at Luke that provides education and support to new families.

  • Luke Days 2018

    56th Fighter Wing Commander, Brig. Gen. Brook Leonard invites everyone to attend Luke Days 2018, Mar 17-18. This year's event features the U.S. Navy's Blue Angels along with other exciting aerial performers and static displays. The event is open to the public and admission is free.For more

  • 2017 Annual Awards Banquet

    The 2017 Annual Awards Banquet was held to recognize and award the best and brightest Airmen from Luke Air Force Base.

  • ‘Diet Deb’ slims Luke snack bars

    There exists a utility which propels Airmen at Luke. It provides fuel for efficient work, sustains morale, and gives Airmen respite from long work shifts. This all-important utility is the snack bar, and despite its many benefits, Deborah Robinson, 56th Medical Group dietician, knows it can be